Shift times vary. Salary Range: $34.49
- $36.90 per hour *Part-time unscheduled employees will be required to provide availability for fifty-six (56) hours (28x2) per pay period. Availability must be provided for at least two shift variances (i.e. days, afternoons and/or nights). Part-time unscheduled employees must be available three (3) of six (6) weekends (both Saturday and Sunday) in a scheduling period. Part-time unscheduled employees must be available the Saturday and Sunday of two (2) of the following weekends: Victoria Day weekend, weekend deemed closest to July 1, Civic Holiday weekend, Labour Day Weekend. Part-time unscheduled employees shall be required to be available one of the following: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, or New Years Eve and New Years Day. All employees are required to accept and work the shift wherever the work is available in Seniors’ Services, having regard for continuity of care, no stipulations. Once a shift has been assigned to an employee and posted on the schedule, it is the requirement of the employee to work the shift. If the employee is unable to work the shift the employee must find their own replacement and must receive approval from their Supervisor. The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations. This agreement underpins our vision, mission, and core value, and reinforces our dedication to meaningful reconciliation and equity. Waterloo Region is home to over 674,000 residents and expected to grow to nearly one million by 2051. Guided by our 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, “Growing with Care,” we prioritize homes for all, climate aligned growth, equitable services and opportunities and a resilient and future ready organization.



Our mission is to provide essential services that enhance the quality of life for all residents, while our core value emphasizes caring for people and the land we share. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in our community. Delivers resident care, including the administration of non-judgmental medications (in collaboration with and under the direction of Registered Nurses at Sunnyside Home), and ensures resident care is provided in the absence of the Registered Nurse. Assesses the resident physically, including need for multidisciplinary assessment, safety risks and health teaching needs each shift. Provides resident care including all aspects of personal care such as nail care, bathing, dressing and toileting residents. Serves resident meals and assists with feeding, as required, supervising in the dining room. Tests Visual Blood Glucose (VBG) and gives insulin injections as ordered. Signs Medication Administration Record immediately upon dispensing medications. Adheres to College of Nurses medication standards. Administers “as necessary” (PRN) medications to residents on instructions of the Registered Nurse and documents appropriately according to policy. Participates in narcotic counts each shift, according to policy. Participates in rounds with the Home physician, with or without the Registered Nurse. Provides resident health status information to the Registered Nurse.



Prepares for and leads shift report with entire house team. Makes arrangements for residents to take proper medications when away from the Home by giving instructions and the necessary prescription drugs, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Ensures all physician orders, including medication orders, are processed according to policy and standards. Checks monthly Medication Administration Records (MARs) and medication quarterly summaries according to policy and standards. Participates in the preparation of the multidisciplinary care plan, individual to each resident. Involves resident and family in planning their health care goals, plans and objectives. Evaluates residents’ progress toward goals and updates care plan as it occurs with relevant, current, individual, multidisciplinary action items and goals. Provides professional nursing care to residents in accordance with physician’s orders, College of Nurses Standards, Ministry of Health and Long Term Care Program Standards, and Regulated Health Professions Act. Provides safe, productive, cost effective, professional nursing services. Promotes and provides appropriate resident and family health teaching, incorporating the restorative care model and philosophy. Maintains resident confidentiality. Documents nursing and resident information daily, according to College of Nurses standards and policy. Assists with the completion of infection surveillance line listings in accordance with policy. Collects specimens from residents under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Performs clerical duties such as filing, answering the phone, or replacing staff, as required. Assists the Recreation Therapist with resident programs, under the direction of the Restorative Care

📌 Overnight Nursing RPN/RN (Canada)
🏢 Region of Waterloo
📍 Canada